Discover medieval Germany on this superb holiday from Cologne along the Rhine and Danube rivers and through the man-made masterpiece of the Main-Danube Canal.
Sail to the beautiful wine-making town of Rudesheim, home to the fascinating Mechanical Music Museum, then continue past stunning riverside scenery to the beautiful medieval town of Miltenberg with its labyrinth of alleys, and Wertheim, overlooked by a magnificent 12th-century castle. Explore the Bavarian city of Wurzburg, home to the stunning Baroque Residenz, then see the sights of medieval Bamberg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
History lovers will enjoy exploring Nuremberg, the site of many pre-war nazi rallies and the International War Crimes Tribunal. Explore the medieval city of Regensburg, one of the best preserved medieval towns in Europe and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you can see the magnificent 12th-century Old Stone Bridge.
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Rhine and Danube Symphony Itinerary
Day 1 - Cologne (Germany)
Embark your ship in Cologne. Enjoy a welcome cocktail with fellow guests before dinner this evening.
Day 2 - Rudesheim
Cruise to the beautiful wine-making town of Rudesheim where there is an optional city walk with a visit to the famous Music Museum to see the fascinating self-playing instruments.
Day 3 - Miltenberg - Wertheim
Miltenberg is the first stop today - join the optional guided tour around the medieval half-timbered town then drive to neighbouring Wertheim with its famous glass museum.
Day 4 - Wurzburg
The scenery around the Bavarian city of Wurzburg suggests its wine-growing influences, so why not join the optional walking tour of the city followed by a wine tasting? You can also choose the optional excursion to Rothenburg ob der Tauber and its perfectly preserved medieval town centre.
Day 5 - Bamberg
Relax on board this morning and enjoy the beautiful views as the ship drifts along the river to Bamberg. In the afternoon take the optional tour of the UNESCO World Heritage city; highlights include the New Residence, the unique Town Hall built on a bridge and the Imperial Cathedral. Afterwards the ship travels through the Main-Danube canal and there is an evening talk about this important waterway.
Day 6 - Nuremberg
Explore the architecture of Nuremberg with an optional tour of the city which is home to a romantic Old Town as well as the Documentation Centre at the Nazi Party Rally Grounds. Rejoin the ship for the Captain's Gala Dinner.
Day 7 - Regensburg
This morning join the optional guided walking tour of Regensburg, one of Germany's best-preserved medieval cities and a UNESCO World Heritage Site with its stunning architecture. Highlights include the stone bridge and the Schloss of Thurn and Taxis. Perhaps join the optional excursion to Weltenburg Abbey in afternoon before returning to the ship for an authentic Bavarian evening on board while the vessel continues to Passau.
Day 8 - Passau
Disembark ship after breakfast.
For navigational reasons the Captain of the ship reserves the right to modify the cruise itinerary.